The Dancer

A brief story about a middle aged man who spends an autumn with a young dancer in coffee shops and bookstores. Through their platonic friendship both of them heal, one physically and the other mentally until fate pulls them apart.

The author wants to dedicate the story to his dear friend Maya and convey the following message.

"Maya, wherever you are I hope you are safe and happy. Your kindness, love of literature and warmth helped me heal when I had lost a community and a father. Sanctions and international politics pulled us apart, but what can never be taken from us is that beautiful autumn we shared together exchanging books and smiles.

Be well,

Hobbes"